Description
This schnitzel with Dijon gravy is a satisfying, golden-crispy dish topped with a smooth and creamy mustard sauce. Perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, it’s a hearty recipe with rich flavor and a simple preparation.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless loin cutlets (such as chicken or veal), pounded to 1/4-inch thickness
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons butter (for gravy)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for gravy)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Place each cutlet between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound until about 1/4 inch thick.
- Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Dredge each cutlet in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs, pressing firmly.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry each cutlet for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and keep warm.
- For the gravy, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth and cook for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Stir in heavy cream and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the schnitzel hot, topped generously with the Dijon gravy.
Notes
- Use panko for a crunchier coating.
- Add extra Dijon or a splash of lemon juice to the gravy for more flavor.
- Let breaded cutlets rest for 5–10 minutes before frying to help the coating adhere.
- Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes (flip halfway) if preferred over frying, though results may be less crispy.
- Reheat leftovers in a skillet for best texture; warm gravy separately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet with gravy
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
